THE PRESENCE THAT CANNOT BE DENIED

Rev. Dr. Roberta M. Heck, Chaplain

In this verse, Saul, once the favored king, sees something undeniable: the Lord was with David. It wasn’t just David’s victories or favor with the people that alarmed Saul; it was the unmistakable presence of God on David’s life. Even Saul’s daughter, Michal, loved David, confirming what Saul feared. God was raising David up, and no amount of jealousy or manipulation could stop it.

This moment reminds us that when God’s hand is on someone, it shows. People may try to oppose or undermine you, but God’s favor cannot be hidden or revoked by man. When you walk in obedience and humility like David did, the presence of the Lord will shine through your life in ways that even your enemies will recognize.

Instead of fearing others’ success like Saul did, we’re called to celebrate what God is doing in our lives and in others. Jealousy robs us of peace, but surrendering to God’s plan brings clarity and blessing.

Are you recognizing and rejoicing in God’s presence in your own life and in the lives of others?

Dear Lord, help me to walk in such a way that Your presence in my life is undeniable. Remove any jealousy or insecurity from my heart and teach me to trust in Your perfect plan for me and others. I thank You God for divine protection against my haters. Thank You that even when people plot and devise schemes to betray me and hinder Your call for my life, I will be able to dodge their attacks like David dodged the spears of Saul. If the marker for promotion gets unfairly pushed further back for me because of the favor You’ve placed on my life, I praise You for allowing me to exceed the expectations of my haters proving that You are with me indeed. When broken promises and deceitful measures seem to be before me I know You’ll surround me with people of valor who will help accomplish the impossible task devised against me to slow me down and block my blessings. I decree and declare that haters make room for the greater, and like David my life is living proof!

In Jesus’ Name, Amen and To God Be The Glory!

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